1965 Renault 10 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 515 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault 10 | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 10 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
