1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24.
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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Rover |
| Model | 24 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
