1979 Renault 14 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1979 Renault 14 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 14 (57 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Renault 14.
Because 1968 Volkswagen 1600 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 1968 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 14, 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 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 14 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 14 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1217 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
