1956 Rover P4 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 48 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | P4 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
