1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (270 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2010 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Dauphine | C4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
