1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1960 Land Rover 88 is newer by 4 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1956 Rover P4.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | 88 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
