1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 77 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 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sportage | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
