2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 10 (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 10 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1971 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | ForTwo | 10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2280 mm |
