2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 32 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 290 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Roadster | 10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
