1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (105 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 188 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (136 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-3 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
