1970 Mini Clubman vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1970 Mini Clubman is newer by 14 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mini Clubman weights approximately 48 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini Clubman, 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, 1970 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Clubman | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
