1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Renault 8
To start off, 1972 Renault 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
