2006 Opel Astra vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 49 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 648 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (125 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
