1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 15 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Allegro weights approximately 168 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, 1981 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Allegro | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
