2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 43 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 408 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo, 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 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
