1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 198 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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 Fiat Uno (108 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Uno | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |