2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 55 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 13 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Patriot | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
