1989 Audi 200 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 200 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
