2002 Renault Clio vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | P4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
