1970 Renault 10 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | 10 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1820 mm |
