1974 AC 428 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1974 AC 428 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1965 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AC 428 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | 428 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |