1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 838 kg more than 1968 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfa 6 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |