1956 Ford Consul vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1966 Renault Dauphine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Consul (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 457 kg more than 1966 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |