1967 Renault 10 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 417 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault 10 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 10 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
