1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 41 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 1,461 cc, 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 543 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, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine | Clio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
