2001 Renault Clio vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 722 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
