1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 53 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 1,245 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 388 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz 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 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
