1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 668 kg more than 1964 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 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Scimitar | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
