2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 318 kg more than 1957 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Vision | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
