1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Clio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
