2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 163 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
