1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1964 Renault 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 130 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:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
