1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Euro 1 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
