1951 Rover P4 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1951 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
