1953 Rover P4 vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 39 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, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 1953 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216, 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Rover P4 | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P4 | 216 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
