1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 43 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 148 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, 2003 Subaru R2, 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, 2003 Subaru R2 (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | R2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
