1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 175 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 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
