1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 14 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 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 328 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, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-2 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
