2004 Renault Clio vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 275 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Clio | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
