1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 44 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 398 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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 39 L |
