1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Dauphine | 159 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |