1954 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 57 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | P4 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 78 L |