1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 427 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Daimler | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
