1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 48 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 503 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Dauphine | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 111 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
