1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2032 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dauphine | Express |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |
