1957 Rover P4 vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 39 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Rover | Tatra |
| Model | P4 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
