1970 Holden Torana vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 394 kg more than 1958 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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Torana | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
