2001 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Matiz 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 208 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 Daewoo Matiz (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Matiz | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
