1961 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 348 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
