1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1960 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 155 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
