1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 6 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Renault 6 (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 126 | 6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 40 L |