1993 Ford Probe vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 27 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 618 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, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Probe | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |