1990 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 31 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 458 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, 1990 Audi 100, 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
