1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 24 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Quattro | P4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
