1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1993 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1993 Toyota Starlet is newer by 36 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Because 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Starlet 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 | 1993 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
