2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 37 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 418 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, 2003 Citroen C2 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 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 |
