2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 46 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 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 843 cc |
| 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 Bore Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
