1955 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | P4 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
