2007 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 949 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |