2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Accent | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
