1943 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (59 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 59 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
