1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 22 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 364 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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine | 19 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
