2005 Renault Clio vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona 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 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
