1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1970 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Renault Dauphine (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 18 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Renault Dauphine (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | Dauphine | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1510 mm |
