1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 438 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
