1962 Moretti 1100 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1966 Renault Dauphine is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Moretti 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Moretti 1100 (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Moretti 1100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Moretti 1100 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1966 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, 1962 Moretti 1100 (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Moretti 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 1100 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2280 mm |
