1956 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 178 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 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Touran |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |