2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 333 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, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 965 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
