1991 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 25 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 688 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, 1991 Audi 100 (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
