1949 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50, 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2010 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rover P4 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P4 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
