1954 Rover P4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 55 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 907 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
