1953 Rover P4 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 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, 1953 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Rover P4 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | P4 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |