1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 253 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, 2010 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Renault Dauphine 2010 Suzuki Alto
Make Renault Suzuki
Model Dauphine Alto
Year Released 1968 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 845 cc 996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 58 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 79.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 11:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 632 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2360 mm


 

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