1956 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 54 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, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 12 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, 2010 Audi A3, 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | P4 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
