1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Vega | Clio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
