1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 1976 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 398 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1976 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Renault Dauphine | 1976 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
Model | Dauphine | Rapier |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 126 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |