1989 Citroen XM vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 25 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 748 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
