2005 Renault Clio vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
