1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1972 Renault 8
To start off, 1972 Renault 8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1972 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Cabriolet | 8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
