1966 Renault 8 vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1974 Zastava 1300 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 220 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 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Renault | Zastava |
| Model | 8 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
