1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 54 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 805 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Dauphine | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 111 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |