2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed, 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 Pro-ceed (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
