2004 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
