1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 29 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 214 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, 1993 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
