1964 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 527 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, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
