1985 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 18 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 258 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | BX | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |