1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 78 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, 1983 Fiat 127 (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| 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 | 65 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |
