1956 Rover P4 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 307 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | P4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
