2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 245 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, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |