1970 Renault 10 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 10 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2809 mm |
