1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, both 1963 Austin A 99 and 1963 Renault 8 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1963 Renault 8. 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:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1963 Renault 8 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 99 | 8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |