2005 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 560 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
