1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 748 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |