1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 366 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfetta | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 45 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |