2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 43 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 298 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, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
