1998 Honda Today vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Today weights approximately 78 kg more than 1964 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, both vehicles can yield 57 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
