1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 218 kg more than 1964 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Arna | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
