1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 5 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 60 (39 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 458 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (87 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 60 | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
