1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1966 Renault Dauphine is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Saab 750 (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Saab 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Saab 750 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1966 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, 1961 Saab 750 (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Saab 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Dauphine | 750 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
