1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 31 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 608 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corsica | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |