1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
