1966 Rover P5 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Rover P5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Rover P5 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | P5 | P4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |