2004 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 724 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 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |