1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 706 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Dauphine | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |