1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 20 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 320 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 65 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |