1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 55 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 263 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, 2011 Renault Twingo, 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 111 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
