1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Opel Kadett weights approximately 68 kg more than 1968 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 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2280 mm |
