2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 1058 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 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | XG 350 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
