1974 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 6 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 378 kg more than 1968 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 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
