1970 Renault 10 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 42 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 744 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 1970 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 1970 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 10 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
