2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Rondo | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
