2007 Renault Clio vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 144 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
