1951 Rover P4 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 47 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, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 1998 Rover 400, 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Rover P4 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | P4 | 400 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |