1966 Moretti Coupe vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1966 Moretti Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Renault Dauphine (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 112 kg more than 1966 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Renault Dauphine (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti Coupe | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
