2004 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
