1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1974 Simca 1301

To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 380 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 1974 Simca 1301
Make Renault Simca
Model Dauphine Gordini 1301
Year Released 1957 1974
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 844 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 36 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 58 mm 74.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 75 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 660 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2530 mm


 

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