1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 29 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 500 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1966 Renault 8 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Argento Viva | 8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |