1971 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri 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 104 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 348 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
