1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Renault 8 (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 128 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2280 mm |
