1956 Rover P4 vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | P4 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
