1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1100 | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 31 L |