2005 Opel Signum vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 37 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 810 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, 2005 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
