1958 Ford 17 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1958 Ford 17 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | 17 | P4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |