1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1400 (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
