1968 Renault 6 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 653 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
