1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 818 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Dauphine | Impreza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |