2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 643 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |