1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 408 kg more than 1967 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
