1954 Rover P4 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 42 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1996 Seat Cordoba, 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |