1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 628 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 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 | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
