1974 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 888 kg more than 1967 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | CX | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |