1951 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 57 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Rover P4 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |