1971 Citroen SM vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Citroen SM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 818 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | SM | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |
