2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| 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 | 70 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
