1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 285 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Renault | Holden |
Model | Dauphine Gordini | Gemini |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |