1965 MG MGC vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1966 Renault 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10.
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, 1965 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGC | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | MGC | 10 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
