1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 952 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Dauphine | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
