1964 Renault 8 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 329 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Renault 8 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 8 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |