2009 Renault Clio vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Clio | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
