2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 32 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 620 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Magna | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
