1966 Renault 8 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 26 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 680 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
