1966 Renault 8 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 30 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 195 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 8 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
