1946 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1956 Rover P4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1946 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Jeep Station Wagon | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Station Wagon | P4 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |