1968 Renault 6 vs. 1991 Renault 19
To start off, 1991 Renault 19 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 19 weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 1991 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
