1976 Renault 20 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 20 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
