2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 668 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla, 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, 2000 Fiat Multipla (134 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Multipla | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
