2007 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 952 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
