2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 362 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
