2004 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 508 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
