1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 598 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 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
