1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1983 Subaru Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 283 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1983 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1983 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 1983 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
