1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 12 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 345 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Vega | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 31 L |
