2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Brera | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
