1966 Renault 8 vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, both 1966 Renault 8 and 1966 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault 8 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1966 Renault 8 (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 8 | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | 8 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 360 cc |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |