1997 Lancia K vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 808 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, 1997 Lancia K (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia K | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | K | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
