1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan 4 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
