1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Panda (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Panda weights approximately 63 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, 1982 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 695 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
