1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 51 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Dauphine | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2737 mm |
