1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 18 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 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Publica weights approximately 123 kg more than 1956 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, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Publica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
