1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 40 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Baleno (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 375 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.
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, 1997 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1997 Suzuki Baleno (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Baleno 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 | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |
