2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 41 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 725 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Brilliance | Renault |
Model | BS4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 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 | 1475 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |