1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 1996 Honda Integra
To start off, 1996 Honda Integra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Integra (143 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Integra weights approximately 567 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Integra, 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. 1996 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 1996 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Dauphine | Integra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4525 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1325 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
