1986 Morgan 4 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1986 Morgan 4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Morgan 4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Morgan 4 (133 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1986 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Morgan 4 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
