1969 Ford Corsair vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1969 Ford Corsair is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Corsair (59 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Corsair weights approximately 253 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Corsair | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Corsair | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |