1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 111 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
