1966 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 45 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Seat Leon, 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, 2011 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 8 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 8 | Leon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1983 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 210 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 | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |