2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 968 kg more than 1966 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 PT Cruiser (224 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
