1966 Renault 8 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 765 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, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 8 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
