1951 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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, 1951 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 1951 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
