2005 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
