1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | Luce | P4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |