1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 6 (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Renault 6.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1968 Renault 6 (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1100 | 6 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |