1953 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 52 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, 2005 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Rover 75.
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, 2005 Rover 75, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Rover P4 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P4 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
