1964 Renault 8 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
