1993 Innocenti Koral vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1993 Innocenti Koral is newer by 27 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Innocenti Koral weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Renault 8.
Because 1966 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 1966 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Innocenti Koral, 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, 1966 Renault 8 (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Innocenti Koral | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Koral | 8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2280 mm |
