1951 Rover P4 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 Rover 600.
Because 1951 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600, 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
