1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | Clio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
