1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 418 kg more than 1958 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
