1968 Ford 17 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 11 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | 17 | P4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |