1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 20 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 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 646 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | XT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
