1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 Renault Dauphine is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1964 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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | 15 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 57 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |