1959 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 268 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 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 843 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 |
Torque | 77 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |