1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 40 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 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 1962 Austin A 40 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 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1962 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
