2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 882 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 Gordini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage, 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 31 L |
