1948 Citroen 11 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1965 Renault Dauphine is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 11 (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 11 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 11 weights approximately 563 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.
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1948 Citroen 11 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | 11 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2280 mm |