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 |