1968 Renault 8 vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, both 1968 Renault 8 and 1968 Triumph Spitfire were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1968 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 1968 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire, 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, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (104 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1968 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault 8 | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Renault | Triumph |
Model | 8 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 104 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |