1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 403 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
