1984 Fiat 131 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Fiat 131 is newer by 26 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat 131 weights approximately 394 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat 131 (108 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1984 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 131 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
