1954 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 52 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 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2006 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |