2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 40 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 763 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| 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 | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
