1968 Renault 6 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 43 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka weights approximately 221 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, 2011 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
