1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1970 Ford Corsair is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 253 kg more than 1967 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Corsair | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |