1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2005 Suzuki Reno (171 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Dauphine | Reno |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |