1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 47 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot iOn (63 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot iOn should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 448 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Dauphine | iOn |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
