1957 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | P4 | Forte |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |