1959 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P4 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
