1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 42 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Dauphine | 408 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
