2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10.
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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
