2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 614 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
