1970 Renault 10 vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1971 Subaru R-2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 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 15 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Renault 10 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1970 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 10 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1930 mm |
