2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 38 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 681 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, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
