1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1964 Renault 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Renault 8 (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sports | 8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1108 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2280 mm |
