1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 17 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 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 233 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, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
