2006 Renault Clio vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
