1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 843 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 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2008 Skoda Octavia 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. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Dauphine | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
