1971 Renault 10 vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 10 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2000 Suzuki Swift, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 10 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
