1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1967 Renault Dauphine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1967 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 204 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
