1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 24 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 254 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.
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, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Brava | 10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
