1966 Renault 8 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1974 Triumph Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 148 kg more than 1966 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, 1974 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 8 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
