2004 Renault Wind vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Wind is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Wind weights approximately 218 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Wind (196 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Wind | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Wind | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |