1989 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 748 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ (244 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | RZ | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
