2006 Renault Clio vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 550 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 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 1970 Rover P5B 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. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | P5B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
