1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1279 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 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
