1968 Renault 6 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 6 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Seat 600 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 1964 Seat 600. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault 6 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 6 | 600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |