1967 Renault 10 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 625 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault 10 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 10 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
