1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 623 kg more than 1961 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 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 845 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
