1974 Renault 17 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 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 17 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 17 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
