1954 Rover P4 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 42 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 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | P4 | 200 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |