1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 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 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
