2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 666 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Compass | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
