1976 Lada 1200 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Lada 1200 is newer by 10 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lada 1200 weights approximately 316 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, 1976 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lada 1200 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | 1200 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 38 L |