1952 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1952 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Rover P4 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | P4 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2101 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
