1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 49 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 411 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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Dauphine | 2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
