1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 12 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 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 263 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.
Because 1961 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 845 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
