1990 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva 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 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 490 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 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
