1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1965 Renault Dauphine is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 498 kg more than 1965 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Aurelia | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |