1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 24 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 498 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
