1968 Renault 6 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 485 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 166 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
