1971 Ford Capri vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Ford Capri is newer by 5 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 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 430 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
