2008 Renault Clio vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Clio (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Clio | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |