2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 310 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Prizm | 10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
