2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 529 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 57 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |