1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 39 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 618 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, 2006 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine | Megane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
