1991 Renault Clio vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 218 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 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
