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Renault 6

General information

ModelRenault 6
Year1968
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating45.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size843 ccm (51.44 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement843 ccm (51.44 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power34.50 PS (25 kW or 34 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque58.00 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 42.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke580.0 x 80.0 mm (22.8 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed121.0 km/h (75.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0460 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight750 kg (1,653.5 pounds)
Overall length3850 mm (151.6 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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