1969 Mini MK III vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1969 Mini MK III is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini MK III (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mini MK III weights approximately 13 kg more than 1966 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 Mini MK III (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini MK III | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | MK III | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 845 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
