1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Ford Zephyr is newer by 15 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 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
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, both vehicles can yield 153 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
