2004 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 47 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 870 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 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |
