2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 748 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
