1977 Ford Falcon vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1977 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 748 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Falcon | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |