1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 13 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 303 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
