1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Because 1961 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Meteor | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
