2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 776 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. 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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
