1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1966 Renault Dauphine is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 102 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Renault Dauphine (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 106 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 38 L |
