1965 Renault 10 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini

To start off, 1965 Renault 10 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Renault 10 (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Renault 10 weights approximately 115 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 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Renault 10 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
Make Renault Renault
Model 10 Dauphine Gordini
Year Released 1965 1957
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 1108 cc 844 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 42 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 775 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2270 mm


 

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