1956 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
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 Saturn Vue, 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 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | P4 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
