1956 Rover P4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
