1958 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 139 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | P4 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
