1964 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 597 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 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 8 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
