1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 168 kg more than 1961 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, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 845 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
