2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 860 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
