2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 45 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (118 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
