1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 410 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flavia | 8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
