1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 338 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
