2005 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| 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 | 1475 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
