1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 445 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2512 mm |
