2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 548 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 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 | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
