1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 30 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 538 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Indigo | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |