1957 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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 Soul, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | P4 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
