1954 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
