1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 917 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Renault Dauphine 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Renault Chevrolet
Model Dauphine Colorado
Year Released 1959 2011
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 845 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 33 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 258 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 632 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 72 L


 

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