1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1967 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 121 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
