1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | SZ | 8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
