1974 Renault Siete vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1974 Renault Siete is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault Siete (44 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 183 kg more than 1966 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 Renault Siete (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Siete | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
