2004 Renault Clio vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 246 kg more than 1969 Triumph 2000. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Clio | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
