2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 722 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (200 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 843 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 | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 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 |
