2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1957 Volvo P 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rondo | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
