1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 583 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 1957 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (171 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Dauphine | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
