2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Neon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 977 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Chrysler Neon (332 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
