1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 11 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504D (58 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504D should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 690 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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504D | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 504D | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |