2006 Renault Clio vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
