2004 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 638 kg more than 1968 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |