1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 41 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 158 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (64 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Naked | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
