1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1967 Renault Dauphine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG MGA weights approximately 268 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, 1961 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Renault | MG |
| Model | Dauphine | MGA |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
