1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 50 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 418 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, 2008 Suzuki Splash, 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, 2008 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine | Splash |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.2 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
