1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, both 1971 Fiat 128 and 1971 Renault 10 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 128 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128, 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, 1971 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 128 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 128 | 10 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |