2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1964 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 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
