2007 Renault Clio vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Viva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
