1974 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 902 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Autobianchi A 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Autobianchi A 112 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Autobianchi A 112 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Autobianchi A 112 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1967 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 Autobianchi A 112 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Autobianchi A 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi A 112 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | A 112 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
