1955 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 56 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon.
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, 2011 Seat Leon, 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Rover P4 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Leon |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |