1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 409 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 Seat Ibiza, 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 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Dauphine Gordini | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |