1981 Audi 80 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 25 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
