1954 Rover P4 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 840 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival, 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | P4 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
