1984 Audi 90 vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 28 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 90 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
