2005 Proton 400 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Proton 400 (108 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton 400 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
