1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 853 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Aspen | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |