1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 753 kg more than 1967 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 Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |