2002 Audi A6 vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1951 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6, 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
