1988 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 468 kg more than 1968 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
