2006 Renault Clio vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 1959 Toyota Crown 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 Crown. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |