1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 118 kg more than 1968 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, 2002 Mazda Laputa (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Dauphine | Laputa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |