1953 Rover P4 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Rover P4 | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
