1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 673 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xantia | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |