1954 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 59 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
