1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1971 Renault 8
To start off, 1971 Renault 8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1971 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
