1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 24 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Festiva | 8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |