2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 59 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 207 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
