1971 Renault 10 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1971 Renault 10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 10 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |
