2004 Renault Clio vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Because 1960 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Renault | Riley |
Model | Clio | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |