1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1965 Renault Dauphine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 62 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 850 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |