1951 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 56 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 89 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, 2007 Volvo C30, 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P4 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
