1964 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 47 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
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, 2011 Citroen C4, 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 8 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 182 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 | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
