1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 877 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 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 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, 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. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Kia |
| Model | Silver Cloud | Rio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4887 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 45 L |
