1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 37 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 468 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.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-01 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
