2003 Renault Clio vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| 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 | 251 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
