1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 478 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 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Lantra | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
