1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1966 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
