1970 Renault 10 vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 43 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 421 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 10 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2435 mm |
