1971 Opel GT vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1971 Opel GT is newer by 14 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel GT (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
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, 1971 Opel GT (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | GT | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 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 Length | 4120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 31 L |
