1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 1958 Abarth 750. 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 (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 750 | 6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |