1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 394 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2003 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
