1994 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 26 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX 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, 1994 Citroen AX (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
