1953 Rover P4 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1966 Triumph GT6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Rover P4 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Rover | Triumph |
Model | P4 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |