1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 508 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2000 Toyota Corolla 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. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
