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 |
