2004 Proton Arena vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Proton Arena is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Arena (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton Arena weights approximately 433 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Renault Dauphine 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Arena, 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, 2004 Proton Arena (126 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Arena | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Arena | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
