1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 858 kg more than 1966 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 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | 3-Litre | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |