1982 Mini MK IV vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Mini MK IV is newer by 26 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mini MK IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mini MK IV (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mini MK IV should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Mini MK IV.
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, 1982 Mini MK IV, 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, 1982 Mini MK IV (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mini MK IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mini MK IV | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | MK IV | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
