1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Coupe | P4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
