2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 258 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
