1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1964 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti A 40 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
