1977 Renault 12 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1977 Renault 12 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 12 weights approximately 268 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 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 12 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
