1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, 1963 Renault 8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Renault 8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1963 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 35 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |
