1966 Renault 8 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 29 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 414i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 406 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 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, 1995 Rover 414i, 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, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 8 | 414i |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
