1981 Mini MK IV vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1981 Mini MK IV 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mini MK IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1981 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 22 kg more than 1981 Mini MK IV. 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 Mini MK IV (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mini MK IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mini MK IV | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | MK IV | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
