1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1968 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 95 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |