1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 57 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 468 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. 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, 2010 Kia Picanto, 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Daimler | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
