2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 360 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 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |
