1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 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 46 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 308 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
