1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 13 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1969 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1969 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
