1957 Rover P4 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6.
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, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Rover | Triumph |
Model | P4 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |