1999 Kia Avella vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Avella | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
