1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 15 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.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1965 Renault 10 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | GTA | 10 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |