1961 Austin A vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1961 Austin A is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 513 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Austin A (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
