2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 426 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 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
