1966 Renault 8 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 580 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, 2007 Seat Altea, 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, 2007 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 8 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 8 | Altea |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 176 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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |