1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Simca 1200S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1200S weights approximately 223 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, 1970 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault Dauphine | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Renault | Simca |
Model | Dauphine | 1200S |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |