1965 Abarth OT vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 8 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 65 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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth OT | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | OT | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 36 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 31 L |