1964 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, both 1964 Morris Mini Moke and 1964 Renault 8 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Morris Mini Moke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault 8 (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morris Mini Moke | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | Morris | Renault |
Model | Mini Moke | 8 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |