1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 868 kg more than 1965 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dauphine | Colt |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |