1954 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 54 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Rover | Saturn |
Model | P4 | Sky |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |