1954 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 293 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Rover | Hyundai |
Model | P4 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |