1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 50 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 522 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Dauphine | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 111 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |