1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 53 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 525 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Dauphine | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |