1956 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 51 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 216 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 | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |