1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1987 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 133 kg more than 1966 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, 1987 Ford Fiesta (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fiesta | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |