1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 35 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 470 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, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Corsair | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Corsair | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |