1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 4 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (67 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 840 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 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | A 109 | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
