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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 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. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 250 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 | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
