1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 20 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 305 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, 1977 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 15 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 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | 15 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
