1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 34 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento (41 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento weights approximately 17 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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento (66 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 1991 Fiat Cinquecento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Cinquecento | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
