2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Picanto | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
