1955 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2512 mm |
