1983 Peugeot 305 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1965 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 Peugeot 305 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 305 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 305 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1472 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
