1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 283 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.
Because 1959 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
