1990 Audi 200 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 33 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 820 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.
Because 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 31 L |
