1998 Kia Joice vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 30 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 635 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Joice | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
