1963 Lotus Elite vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, both 1963 Lotus Elite 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 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elite (83 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Renault 8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elite.
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 Lotus Elite | 1963 Renault 8 | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Elite | 8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |