1973 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 14 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 578 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |