2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C2 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2, 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, 2000 Citroen C2 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
