1971 Renault 10 vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E is newer by 31 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata E weights approximately 580 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, 2002 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 10 | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
