1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1958 BMW Isetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Renault Dauphine (33 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 272 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW Isetta | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Isetta | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 33 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2280 mm |
