1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Coupe | 8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |