1968 Renault 6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 520 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
