2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Kia | Studebaker |
| Model | Rondo | President State |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
