1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 348 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |