2008 Kia Carnival vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (246 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
