1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Renault 8
To start off, 1972 Renault 8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 8 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1960 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:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1972 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2270 mm |
