1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 622 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, 2010 Peugeot 307, 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Dauphine | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 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 | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
