1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 111 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
