1991 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 23 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX.
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, 1991 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
