1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Caterham 21 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1967 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, 1995 Caterham 21 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | 21 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
