1965 Ford Anglia vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1965 Ford Anglia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Anglia | P4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
