2001 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 34 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 573 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, 2001 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |