2006 Renault Clio vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. 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 (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |