1959 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 49 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P4 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | P4 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2525 mm |
