1982 Renault 11 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 16 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1966 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 Renault 11 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 11 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
