2005 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 1313 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, 2005 Audi A4, 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
