1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Marcia | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |