1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 283 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
