1971 Renault 10 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 41 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 10 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
