2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Because 1958 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Vito | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
