2003 Renault Clio vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 323 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
