1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 938 kg more than 1964 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
