1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is newer by 10 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo weights approximately 68 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Scarabeo | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
