2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 88 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
