1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 363 kg more than 1968 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, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
Model | Dauphine | Alpine |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |