1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1975 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 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 16 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | 6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |