2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 40 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 865 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
