1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elite | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |
