2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (226 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
