1984 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 25 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 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 318 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, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1984 Austin Montego (99 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Montego | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |