2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 743 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
