1999 Honda Today vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 31 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Renault 6 (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
