1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1978 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 83 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1978 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
