1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 TVR Vixen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 128 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Dauphine | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
