1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 288 kg more than 1957 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
