1970 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 427 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
