1999 Renault Megane vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 448 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 Renault Megane (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
