2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 208 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
