1997 Nissan Presea vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1997 Nissan Presea is newer by 33 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Presea weights approximately 177 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.
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, 1997 Nissan Presea, 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, 1997 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Presea | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Presea | 8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
