1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 47 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Renault Dauphine (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2280 mm |
