1990 Renault Clio vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
Because 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | Clio | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
