1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1964 Renault 8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
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:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |
