1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1965 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 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1200 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |