1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 368 kg more than 1965 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 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 |
