2004 Renault Clio vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 269 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | Renault | AC |
Model | Clio | Cobra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 107.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |