1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1957 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
