1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 1989 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Justy is newer by 33 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Justy (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Justy weights approximately 98 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.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Subaru Justy (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 1989 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | Justy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
