1981 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 24 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
