1994 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
