1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1975 Simca 1309 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1309 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1309 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1964 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, 1975 Simca 1309 (122 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1975 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Dauphine | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
