2008 Renault Clio vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Renault Clio (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2981 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
