1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 20 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (66 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 258 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Pony | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
