2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 43 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 908 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 38 L |
