1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 308 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
