1964 MG 1100 vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 MG 1100 is newer by 4 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 MG 1100 weights approximately 193 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.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG 1100 | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
