1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | 8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1108 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 | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |