1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 16 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Mistral | P4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
