1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 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 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 31 L |
