2004 Honda Z vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Honda Z 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 328 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 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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 Honda Z (62 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
