2007 Renault Clio vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
