1954 Rover P4 vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1972 Triumph TR6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6.
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, 1972 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | P4 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
