2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 605 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 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 |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
