1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 32 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 32 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
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, 1996 Fiat Duna, 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, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | 8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
