1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 Renault Dauphine is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 57 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Renault Dauphine (57 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1964 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
