1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 162 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Renault Dauphine (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1968 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Minica | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |