1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 268 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
