1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa 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 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 60 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 Citroen Visa (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 810 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |