2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 46 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 688 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Transit Connect | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |