1961 Morris Minor vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1967 Renault Dauphine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 946 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 158 kg more than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Morris Minor | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Morris | Renault |
Model | Minor | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |