1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Dauphine | 156 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
