1954 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 53 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | P4 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |