2002 Renault Clio vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley 4 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) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 262 kg more than 1963 Riley 4. 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Clio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
