1958 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
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 Cee'd, 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 Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 Cee'd | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | P4 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |