1953 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1953 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio, 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 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1953 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1953 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Rover P4 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | P4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
