1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 53 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 487 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Dauphine | Accent |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 144 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |