2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1965 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |