1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 53 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 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 603 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, 2006 Kia Carens, 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Daimler | Kia |
Model | Conquest | Carens |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |