1965 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1970 Renault 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Renault 10 (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Renault 10 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 1970 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1970 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Mini Moke | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Mini Moke | 10 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
