1995 Renault Clio vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Clio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Clio | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 46 L |
