1967 Renault 8 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1967 Renault 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Renault 8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault 8 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |
