1968 Renault 8 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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, 1960 MG MGA (104 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Renault | MG |
| Model | 8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
