1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 1609 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
