1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C3 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1967 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 C3 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
