2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 108 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 632 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |