1956 Rover P4 vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E is newer by 46 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Tata E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2002 Tata E | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | P4 | E |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |