1992 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 418 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, 1992 Honda Civic, 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |