1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1967 Renault Dauphine is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1967 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, 1955 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Dauphine | P4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
