2002 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 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, 2002 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
