1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 304 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.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1100 (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Dauphine | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Renault | Simca |
Model | Dauphine | 1100 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |