2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2224 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 845 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 38 L |
