1954 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 46 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.
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, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira, 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 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | P4 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |