1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 48 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 1000 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |