2002 Opel Agila vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 2002 Opel Agila is newer by 34 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, 2002 Opel Agila (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Agila weights approximately 270 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, 2002 Opel Agila (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Agila | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |
