1966 Renault 8 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 8 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 8 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |