2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
