1954 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
