1991 Ford Corsair vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 26 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Corsair 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
