1998 Renault Clio vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Renault | Trabant |
Model | Clio | P 601 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |