1953 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 52 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, 1953 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 46 kg more than 1953 Rover P4.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Rover P4 | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |