1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 168 kg more than 1968 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 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fiesta | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |