1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat Dino | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Dino | Clio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2416 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |