1954 Rover P4 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (74 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
