2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 36 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 526 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Idea | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |