2007 Opel Astra vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 648 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 Opel Astra (125 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
