1997 Opel Corsa vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Opel Corsa is newer by 41 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 1997 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Corsa weights approximately 348 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, 1997 Opel Corsa, 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, 1997 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Corsa | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 38 L |
