1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 324 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 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | 6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |