1987 Citroen AX vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 193 kg more than 1964 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
