1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 754 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Renault Dauphine | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Dauphine | Cruze |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |