1956 Rover P4 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 53 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 354 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | P4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
