1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | R-100 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
