1971 Renault 10 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 42 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 649 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | 10 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
