1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 17 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
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, 1981 Fiat 131 (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
