1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 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 1,772 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 605 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (165 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 155 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
