1981 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Renault Clio (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
