1969 Holden Brougham 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 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Brougham | Clio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
