1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 988 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
