1991 Porsche 968 vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1956 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 968 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
