2001 Opel Omega vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 44 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 963 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega, 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
