1957 Rover P4 vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura, 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | P4 | Aura |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
