1968 Renault 6 vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Proton Arena weights approximately 285 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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Renault | Proton |
| Model | 6 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
