1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 8 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 382 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, 1973 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Dauphine | 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Dauphine | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
