1972 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 8 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Renault 8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte.
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:
| 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | 1967 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Consorte | 8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 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 | 670 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
