1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 396 kg more than 1964 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
