1979 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Civic (67 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 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, 1979 Honda Civic (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
