1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 648 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
