1968 Renault 6 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 906 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 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault 6 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 6 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |