2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze (110 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze (142 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cruze | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
