1961 Renault Dauphine vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 978 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum, 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, 2000 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine. 2000 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1961 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Dauphine | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Dauphine | Signum |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
