2004 Renault Twingo vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Renault Twingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Twingo weights approximately 263 kg more than 1967 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 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Twingo | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
