1954 Rover P4 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 48 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 246 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | P4 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
