1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 48 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 1,296 cc, 2006 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 553 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz, 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, 2006 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
