2006 Renault Clio vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Clio | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
