2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 583 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |