1968 Renault 6 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 42 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 495 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 6 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
