1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Dauphine | 45 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |