2006 Renault Clio vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 130 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 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
