1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 148 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Dauphine | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |
