1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 160 is newer by 18 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 453 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.
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, 1976 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1976 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 160 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
