1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 303 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |