1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 548 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
