1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 16 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 170 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 920 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
