1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 36 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 186 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, 1993 Citroen C 15, 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, 1993 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
