1965 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, both 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite and 1965 Renault 10 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Renault 10 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sprite | 10 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 42 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
