1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 1982 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Simca 1100 is newer by 15 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Simca 1100 weights approximately 278 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, 1982 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 1982 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Dauphine | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
