1968 Renault 6 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 32 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 770 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 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
