1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1981 Fiat Argenta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Argenta (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Argenta | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
