2000 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 440 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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
