2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
