1963 Holden EJ vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 502 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | EJ | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
